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Government appears to backtrack on position on Covid tests for China arrivals

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said the possibility of imposing restrictions on visitors from the East Asian country was ‘under review’.

The Independent UK

UK government considers Covid testing travellers from China amid virus surge

British government hints it could join US and Italy in imposing restrictions

The Independent UK

China's Xi solidified grip on power during tumultuous 2022

Xi Jinping secured an historic third leadership term in October, emerging as China's most powerful ruler since Mao Zedong, bolstered by a Politburo Standing Committee stacked with allies and no successor-in-waiting to challenge him.

Reuters

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EU assesses impact China's rollback of COVID measures

The European Union is assessing the impact of Beijing’s rollback of anti-COVID 19 controls and increase in infections in an attempt to streamline the approach of its 27 nations on testing passengers coming from China

The Independent UK

Chinese aircraft conducted 260 takeoff, landing drills

Aircraft based on the Chinese carrier Liaoning conducted a total of about 260 takeoff and landing drills this month while the vessel sailed in waters near Okinawa Prefecture and elsewhere, the Defense Ministry announced Wednesday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan, U.S. planning 2-plus-2 meeting next Jan.

Arrangements are being made to hold a Japan-U.S. Security Consultative Committee meeting of the two nations' foreign and defense chiefs, also known as 2-plus-2 talks, in Washington D.C. in mid-January, it has been learned.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Philippines' Marcos seeks agreements in China amid tensions

The Philippines says President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. hopes to sign a number of agreements during a visit to Beijing that comes amid ongoing territorial disputes in the South China Sea

The Independent UK

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Putin and Xi to speak by video link on Friday

Russian President Vladimir Putin will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping via video link on Friday to discuss a host of bilateral and regional issues.

Reuters

US clears sale of $180m anti-tank systems to Taiwan

Taiwan says the sale will boost the island’s capacity for ‘asymmetric warfare’ amid escalating tensions with China.

Al Jazeera

Philippines and China seek to avoid ‘miscalculation’

MANILA: The Philippines and China will establish direct communication between their foreign ministries to avoid “miscalculation and miscommunication” in the hotly disputed South China Sea, Manila said on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Japan eases COVID curbs on flights from Hong Kong after backlash

Hong Kong travellers will be able to fly into three more Japanese airports than previously as measures eased.

Al Jazeera

US to sell Taiwan anti-tank system amid rising China threat

The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of an anti-tank mine-laying system to Taiwan amid the rising military threat from China

The Independent UK

China Appoints New Taiwan Affairs Office Head

Seasoned diplomat Song Tao’s responsibilities include formulating policies on the island, coordinating related legal affairs, and managing cross-strait business and cultural affairs

Caixin Global

Anthony Albanese says Australia is 'monitoring the situation' of China's COVID-19 outbreak as US imposes tests for travellers

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia is making no change yet to its rules around allowing travellers from China into the country, despite measures by some countries, such as the US, to require mandatory COVID-19 tests for arriving visitors.

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Positive sign for China trade relationship

Trade Minister Don Farrell says there are positive signs in the Australia-China trade relationship and he's keen to meet with his counterpart for talks.

The Independent UK

No plans for UK Covid restrictions on arrivals from China

US said to considering new controls after Beijing announced reopening of borders

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Leadership contest stirs in 97-member Abe faction

A leadership grab appears to have kicked off in the largest faction of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, involving LDP Policy Research Council chair Koichi Hagiuda and LDP House of Councillors Secretary General Hiroshige Seko.

Axios

New chapter of U.S.- China competition

Both Washington and Beijing are trying to manage their superpower competition — and still come out on top.

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What’s in Store for Emerging Asian Economies in 2023?

Many economies in the region could be in for a bumpy ride next year, but some may also be set to benefit as companies diversify investments from the Chinese market.

Al Jazeera

South Korea unveils $440m plan to counter North’s drone invasions

President Yoon Suk-yeol looks to boost confidence in the military’s ability to counter drones after Monday’s incursion.

Reuters

China slams Taiwan's 'cannon fodder' conscription decision

China's government criticised Taiwan on Wednesday for seeking to use the Taiwanese people as "cannon fodder" by extending compulsory military service from four months to one year starting in 2024.

Reuters

Russia and China hold naval drills, practise submarine capture

Russia and China have completed naval drills in the East China Sea, after a week of joint exercises which included practising how to capture an enemy submarine with depth charges and firing artillery at a warship, Russia's defence ministry said.

The Times of India

US, like India and other countries, to impose entry curbs for those coming from China

In line with India and other countries, the United States is also mulling over the decision to impose entry measures for those travelling from China in the wake of a fresh COVID-19 outbreak in the Asian nation. With regard to this, US officials have mentioned concerns expressed by the World…

Reuters

South Korea must respond to N.Korea despite its nuclear arms - Yoon

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said on Wednesday that any provocation by North Korea must be met with retaliation without hesitation despite its nuclear weapons, his office said, after an intrusion by North Korean drones.

Asharq Al-Awsat

NKorea: Kim Lays Out Key Goals to Boost Military Power

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un presented unspecified goals to further bolster his military power next year at a meeting of top political officials, state media reported Wednesday. During the Tuesday session at the ongoing plenary meeting of the ruling Workers’ Party, Kim analyzed new security challenges in international politics…

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